01 or 02 CR250

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Looking at getting a green sticker legal two stroke Honda, Which is the better bike to buy? I haven't ridden either.This is what I know the differences are but I don't know how they actually compare.
02 over 01
Third generation frame
Case reed induction
Mikuni carb vs Kehin
6lbs weight loss
Better suspended
If anybody can tell me how the bikes compare on the track I would appreciate it
Thanks
Mike

 

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If I had to do it over again I would have gotten the 02 because of the updates to the suspension and frame. Jetting on either bike shouldn't be a deciding factor since they both use Mikuni carbs.

 

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I didn't realize they both used the Mikuni Carb. I was thinking the frame would end up being the deciding factor. Have you had a chance to ride the 02? How much different did it feel then your 01?

 

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The difference between my 01 and 02 w/ regards to suspension is worth the 02's finicky jetting (way worse than the 01). The weight loss, thinner frame and superior suspension are all major improvements, plus a Keihin PWK fixes the jetting issues

 

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I'd go with 02'...Feels much lighter and flickable than the 01'.

 

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Thanks that was exactly the kind of info I was looking for.....Mike